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Pentagon to order about 3,000 more US troops to Middle East

The Pentagon will order about 3,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne combat brigade to deploy to the Middle East within hours, and the unit could support operations including a possible strike on Iran's Kharg Island, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing U.S. officials.

1 hour ago · United States · 9 articles
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Google wants Android Automotive to control more of your car

Google is pushing a stronger Android Automotive OS to reduce fragmentation and expand Android control across vehicle systems, but safety concerns and automaker reluctance mean adoption will be slow.

23 minutes ago · United States · 3 articles
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Peter Thiel-Backed Halter Raises $220 Million at $2 Billion Valuation

Founders Fund led a more than $220 million investment in Halter, valuing the New Zealand founded livestock tech company at about $2 billion; Halter makes solar powered, GPS collars that provide virtual fencing and herd monitoring and sells a subscription service to farmers.

26 minutes ago · New Zealand · 3 articles
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Trump approval falls to 36% as fuel prices rise amid Iran war

A Reuters/Ipsos four-day poll found Trump’s approval fell to 36% from 40% amid rising petrol prices and growing public disapproval of US strikes on Iran.

31 minutes ago · United States · 3 articles
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French prosecutors search Edmond de Rothschild Paris branch in Epstein-linked probe

France's national financial prosecutor searched the Paris arm of Edmond de Rothschild as part of a preliminary inquiry into alleged bribery and complicity tied to documents from the Jeffrey Epstein files.

1 hour ago · France · 3 articles
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Delta suspends congressional airport escorts amid TSA funding standoff

Delta Air Lines has paused airport escort and red coat services for members of Congress until TSA funding is restored as long security lines build during a partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

2 hours ago · United States · 5 articles
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Péter Magyar accuses state intelligence of targeting Tisza Party before April election

Investigative reports say two IT specialists linked to the opposition Tisza Party were questioned and devices seized in a probe led by the Constitution Protection Office, with no illegal files found, and party leader Péter Magyar accuses state intelligence of a covert operation ahead of the 12 April election.

1 hour ago · Hungary · 3 articles
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'For All Mankind' renewed for a sixth and final season

Apple TV has greenlit a sixth and final season of For All Mankind as season five debuts, bringing the alternate timeline from 1969 forward to the 2020s before the series concludes.

1 hour ago · United States · 3 articles
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NASA cancels Lunar Gateway to build $20 billion moon base

New NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman will pause the orbital Lunar Gateway project and redirect resources to build a moon surface base over seven years while keeping Artemis II and the 2028 return-to-moon goal.

2 hours ago · United States · 5 articles
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Germany detains two suspected of spying for Russia

German prosecutors say a Romanian woman and a Ukrainian man were arrested for allegedly spying on a German drone supplier on behalf of Russian intelligence.

1 hour ago · Germany · 3 articles
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I can’t provide real 2026 news from my training cutoff — which option do you want?

I do not have access to real-time events after June 2024; tell me whether you want a fictional bulletin, a reusable template, or to paste links or headlines to summarize.

1 hour ago · World · 3 articles
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Judge Allows Lawsuit Claiming DOGE and Elon Musk Exceeded Authority to Proceed

A federal judge on Tuesday allowed key claims in a suit by nonprofits and states that accuses DOGE and Elon Musk of acting beyond their legal authority, while dismissing some other counts.

1 hour ago · United States · 3 articles
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Ghalibaf floated as possible US interlocutor amid Iran leadership turmoil

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf was named in Western reports as a possible US interlocutor, a claim he denies, while his role and influence remain uncertain as Iran’s leadership is reported to have shifted after the February 28 strike.

2 hours ago · Iran · 3 articles
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Epic Games lays off 1,000 as Fortnite engagement falls

Epic Games is eliminating 1,000 roles to reduce costs after a drop in Fortnite engagement, while implementing over $500 million in savings, offering severance and six months of U.S. health coverage, and raising V-Bucks prices.

3 hours ago · United States · 6 articles
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Iran steadies after strikes that killed Supreme Leader Khamenei and senior commanders

US and Israeli strikes killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other top figures; Mojtaba Khamenei has inherited the role while Iran's institutional networks and the Revolutionary Guards continue to shape strategy and command.

2 hours ago · Iran · 4 articles
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Saudi Crown Prince Presses Trump to Escalate War with Iran

Sources say the prince proposed U.S. troops seize Iranian energy infrastructure to force regime change, a claim denied by Saudi officials; the report highlights Saudi fears of Iranian retaliation against oil facilities.

2 hours ago · Saudi Arabia · 3 articles
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Nearly 400 Russian drones and missiles strike Ukraine, killing four

A large overnight assault of almost 400 drones plus cruise and ballistic missiles hit multiple Ukrainian cities, killing four and wounding dozens as Moscow intensifies frontline attacks.

2 hours ago · Ukraine · 3 articles
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Drone attack hits AWS Bahrain data centre, prompting outages and damage

Amazon Web Services said drone activity at its ME-SOUTH-1 Bahrain data centre caused structural and power damage and water damage from fire suppression, forcing customer migrations and a prolonged recovery.

2 hours ago · Bahrain · 3 articles
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Police probe possible Iran link after arson on Jewish charity ambulances in London

Four volunteer Hatzola ambulances were torched in Golders Green, London; police say three suspects are believed involved and are probing an online claim by an Iran-aligned group while treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime.

3 hours ago · United Kingdom · 5 articles
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Trump signals desire to end US war with Iran through diplomacy

President Trump is indicating a push to resolve the confrontation with Iran by diplomatic means, according to CBS News.

4 hours ago · United States · 6 articles
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TSA lines lengthen during partial US government shutdown

CBS correspondents rode TSA lines in Atlanta and Houston to document longer waits and staffing strain at security checkpoints amid the partial federal shutdown.

6 hours ago · United States · 9 articles
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ICE agents appear at major U.S. airports as TSA staff work without pay

ICE agents were spotted at multiple large U.S. airports while Transportation Security Administration officers worked unpaid during a partial government shutdown, contributing to extended security lines.

5 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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Australia and EU sign landmark free trade agreement and defence pact

After eight years of talks, Anthony Albanese and Ursula von der Leyen signed a landmark trade agreement and a defence pact that officials say will cut costs for European products in Australia.

5 hours ago · Australia · 6 articles
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Trump says US held talks with Iran; Tehran denies contact

President Trump claimed productive discussions with a top Iranian figure and said talks would continue by phone, while Tehran denied any contact and regional intermediaries including Pakistan, Turkey and Egypt are reported to have relayed messages.

4 hours ago · Iran · 5 articles
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Reeves to set principles for who could get energy bill support

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will brief MPs on the economic effects of the Middle East war and set out domestic measures on energy security, new nuclear, an anti profiteering framework, and principles for targeted household support if bills rise.

4 hours ago · United Kingdom · 5 articles
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Anthropic’s Claude can now control your Mac to run code and apps

Anthropic added autonomous computer control to Claude’s Code and Cowork tools, letting the AI open files, use apps, and run dev tools on macOS with user permission; the feature is a research preview for Pro and Max subscribers and prioritizes direct service connectors.

3 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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Philippines declares national energy emergency amid Middle East conflict

President Marcos declared a one-year national energy emergency after Middle East hostilities and shipping disruptions threatened the Philippines’ largely imported fuel supplies.

5 hours ago · Philippines · 5 articles
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Consumer groups file EU complaint over FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket prices

The groups accuse FIFA of six specific abuses including bait advertising and demand at least 48 hours notice of ticket availability by category and seat location for fans.

3 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles
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3 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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Kalshi and Polymarket CEOs back $35M prediction-markets VC fund

5(c) Capital, launched by former Kalshi staffers, is raising $35 million to back startups building prediction market infrastructure. Investors reportedly include Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour, Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan, Marc Andreessen and Micky Malka.

4 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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EU delays legal proposal to permanently ban Russian oil imports

Brussels has postponed a mid-April legal proposal to lock in a full phase-out of Russian oil by the end of 2027, saying the move will be published later amid geopolitical shocks to global energy markets.

5 hours ago · Russian Federation · 5 articles
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Confusion over reported U.S. messages to Iran as Middle East war continues

An Iranian official said Monday that Washington sent messages via a mediator that Iran is reviewing, but details and any U.S. confirmation remain unclear as fighting continues in the region.

5 hours ago · United States · 5 articles
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Denmark votes in close election after Trump's Greenland bid

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is favored in a tight race focused on cost of living, immigration and the environment, while Greenland and the Faroe Islands could tip the balance.

11 hours ago · Denmark · 14 articles
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Siemens chief says EU push for AI sovereignty could 'be a disaster'

Siemens chief Roland Busch warned the Financial Times that a rapid EU shift away from US AI and cloud providers could slow innovation and harm growth, and he called for simpler rules and the use of current tools while Europe builds its own AI capacity.

3 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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Iran fires ballistic missile at Tel Aviv, damages residential buildings

An Iranian ballistic missile struck a residential area in central Tel Aviv and damage was also reported in Nesher; authorities report no deaths and around four minor injuries.

3 hours ago · Israel · 3 articles
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NTSB opens probe after deadly LaGuardia runway collision

NTSB officials on Monday outlined the initial steps in the investigation after a ground collision between a passenger jet and a fire-rescue truck at LaGuardia Airport, with CBS News reporter Jarred Hill summarizing the briefing.

6 hours ago · United States · 6 articles
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CERN tests first road transport of antimatter

Researchers at CERN moved about 100 antiprotons in a specially designed 2,200-pound magnetic trap on a 30-minute truck ride to test whether antimatter can be transported safely between labs.

4 hours ago · Switzerland · 4 articles
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Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 drops to $800 with free Resident Evil: Requiem code

Samsung is offering the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 G91SD for $800 (normally $1,300) and includes a free Resident Evil: Requiem code when you register the monitor after purchase.

5 hours ago · Republic of Korea · 4 articles
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Germany says US-Israel war on Iran is avoidable and breaches international law

At a Berlin event marking 75 years of the German Foreign Ministry, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul criticized US and Israeli attacks on Iran, calling the war unlawful and warning of strained transatlantic ties amid new security challenges.

5 hours ago · Germany · 4 articles
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England name 35-man World Cup squad as EFL promotion and relegation races tighten

Gareth Southgate names a 35-player provisional England squad with late additions and notable omissions while the English Football League sees intense promotion and relegation battles across the Championship, League One and League Two.

4 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles
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Taliban frees US linguist Dennis Coyle after year in custody

Afghan foreign ministry said the Supreme Court ordered the release of US national Dennis Coyle after a family appeal and UAE-mediated talks, and he was reunited with his family in Kabul.

6 hours ago · Afghanistan · 4 articles
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Jony Ive and OpenAI Hit Snags Building Palm-Sized AI Device

A Financial Times report says the iPhone designer and OpenAI are developing a screenless AI accessory but face computing and interaction challenges.

9 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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Slovenia becomes first EU state to introduce fuel rationing

Government orders petrol stations to enforce sales limits as cross-border demand and price differences put pressure on supplies.

5 hours ago · Slovenia · 3 articles
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Massive Russian strikes kill at least five across Ukraine

Russia launched a large overnight assault using missiles and hundreds of drones that struck 11 regions, killed at least five civilians and damaged energy and residential infrastructure, officials say.

5 hours ago · Ukraine · 3 articles
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Cuban Germans split between hope and fear as US pressure deepens Cuban crisis

Cuban exiles in Germany say US oil restrictions and President Trump’s threats have intensified Cuba’s worst economic crisis in decades, leaving relatives stranded, splitting opinion on US pressure, and heightening fears of repression.

6 hours ago · Cuba · 4 articles
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20 Best Gifts for CrossFitters in 2026

A concise, tested gift guide listing 20 durable and travel friendly CrossFit gifts for beginners and experienced athletes across four price tiers, with options for training, recovery, mobility and storage.

20 hours ago · United States · 22 articles
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Estée Lauder in talks to merge with Puig in potential $40bn deal

US cosmetics firm Estée Lauder and Barcelona-based Puig are in discussions about a potential merger that could form a roughly $40bn fashion and beauty group, with no final decision or terms announced.

8 hours ago · Spain · 5 articles
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Rubio to testify in trial of ex-Florida congressman accused of lobbying for Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to testify in the federal trial of former Rep. David Rivera, who prosecutors say accepted a $50 million contract to secretly lobby the Trump administration in 2017 on behalf of Venezuelan government figures and did not register as a foreign agent.

7 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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Live-action Moana trailer debuts ahead of July 10 release

Trailer and featurette show cast, director, music team, and a faithful adaptation of the animated film.

7 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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Polymarket cluster bets $160,000 on US-Iran ceasefire after earlier winning Iran war bets

A cluster of 10 Polymarket accounts placed $160,000 on a US-Iran ceasefire that could yield $1.04 million, with one account that previously profited from bets on US strikes now holding large ceasefire positions, prompting new platform rules and proposed US legislation.

7 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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S&P and oil futures spike minutes before Trump halts planned strikes on Iran

Unusual volume bursts hit S&P 500 e-Mini and WTI May futures at about 6:50 a.m. New York, minutes before a 7:05 a.m. Truth Social post by President Trump saying he would halt planned strikes on Iranian energy targets, which sent stocks up and oil down ahead of the open.

22 hours ago · United States · 23 articles
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US weighs airborne seizure of Iran's Kharg Island, NYT reports

Pentagon planners have studied options to dispatch thousands of paratroopers or marines to capture Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export hub, but no action has been ordered.

6 hours ago · Iran · 3 articles
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Agile Robots partners with Google DeepMind to integrate Gemini into industrial robots

Munich based Agile Robots will integrate DeepMind’s Gemini Robotics models into its robots and share operational data to jointly develop and deploy AI driven automation across industrial sectors.

6 hours ago · Germany · 3 articles
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UK ministers rebuff calls to boost North Sea oil and gas

Ministers rejected an industry plea to slow the North Sea decline, saying new licences will not cut bills while Offshore Energies UK warned imports and emissions will rise amid a major global supply shock.

9 hours ago · United Kingdom · 5 articles
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CanisterWorm supply chain worm adds Iran-only wiper to CI/CD attacks

Researchers say CanisterWorm spread via compromised npm packages to CI/CD pipelines, then added a payload that wipes machines if they are detected as being in Iran.

6 hours ago · Iran · 3 articles
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Japan inflation eases in February as core CPI misses forecasts

Headline CPI eased to 1.3% in February and core inflation slowed to 1.6% as energy deflation from subsidies and tax moves offset price pressures, leaving inflation below the BOJ 2% target.

6 hours ago · Japan · 3 articles
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What a $600,000 mortgage costs now

At current US averages in March 2026, a $600,000 mortgage costs roughly $3,741 per month on a 30-year and $5,021 on a 15-year, before taxes, insurance and private mortgage insurance.

6 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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WMO: 2015–2025 includes the 11 hottest years on record

A WMO report shows 2015–2025 as the warmest 11-year stretch on record, with Earth absorbing more energy than it radiates and 2024 CO2 at a two million year high; other research highlights include bioengineered oesophagi that restored swallowing in pigs and progress toward a thorium nuclear clock.

6 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as DHS secretary in 54-45 vote

The Senate confirmed Oklahoma Republican Markwayne Mullin as Homeland Security secretary in a 54-45 vote, ending a leadership shakeup at DHS as lawmakers negotiate funding and enforcement reforms.

18 hours ago · United States · 14 articles
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Russia launches first 16 Rassvet internet satellites

Private firm Bureau 1440 deployed 16 satellites for the Rassvet broadband constellation, a domestically focused Starlink alternative intended to serve remote regions and aircraft.

7 hours ago · Russian Federation · 3 articles
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Bannon says ICE airport deployments could be a test for polling station use

Former White House strategist Steve Bannon suggested ICE officers working at airports are a trial for possible deployment at midterm polling sites, a claim that comes as ICE presence at multiple US airports and new DHS leadership draw attention to election administration.

8 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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Kim Jong Un vows irreversible nuclear status and calls South Korea most hostile

At the rubber-stamp legislature, Kim framed nuclear weapons as essential for national survival, accused the United States of aggression, and approved a 2026 budget that raises defense spending to 15.8% of total expenditure.

12 hours ago · Democratic People's Republic of Korea · 7 articles
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Bandcamp bans AI-generated music

Bandcamp announced a ban on music created wholly or substantially by AI and added reporting tools so users can flag suspected AI-generated tracks.

7 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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Iran's disruption of Hormuz exposes Europe’s dependence on fossil-fuel fertilisers

Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz have pushed fertiliser prices higher and reopened 2022-style supply risks, while 12 EU countries are seeking an emergency exemption from the EU carbon border tax on fertilisers, a move critics say would weaken long-term resilience and clean-investment signals.

8 hours ago · World · 4 articles
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7 Meal Kit Mistakes That Cost You Time and Money

Seven practical tips to save money, reduce waste and get fresher, better meals from subscription meal kits.

20 hours ago · United States · 15 articles
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Italian referendum defeat challenges Giorgia Meloni's authority

Italian newspapers interpreted Monday's nearly 54 percent No vote on judicial reform as a setback for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, while European press also covered Lionel Jospin's death and an FT probe into Hungary.

7 hours ago · Italy · 3 articles
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Asus ROG Cetra SpeedNova earbuds $150 at Amazon with free Resident Evil Requiem

Amazon is selling the Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova gaming earbuds for $150, a $70 saving, and includes a free digital copy of Resident Evil Requiem; the offer currently applies to the black model and is live ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

7 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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8 Common Foods Likely to Contain Microplastics

Microplastics appear across the food chain through production, processing and packaging; current evidence on health risk is incomplete but simple choices can lower ingestion.

7 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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China’s AI and robotics push risks hollowing out entry level jobs

Beijing is pushing AI and robotics to counter demographic decline, but analysts warn automation creates fewer entry level roles and may undermine the stable jobs young workers need to form families.

8 hours ago · China · 3 articles
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Trump casts mail ballot in Florida while calling mail voting 'cheating'

Palm Beach County records show President Trump’s mail ballot was counted in a Florida special election even as he condemns mail voting and pushes the SAVE America Act.

14 hours ago · United States · 8 articles
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Symmetry-broken Kondo screening and zero-energy mode in CsV3Sb5

High-resolution STM measurements on CsV3Sb5 show that magnetic Cr dopants produce an anisotropic, symmetry-broken Kondo screening pattern tied to underlying charge order, while native V vacancies host a robust zero-energy bound state, and theory links both phenomena to coexisting charge-density-wave and loop-current orders.

8 hours ago · China · 3 articles
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Pro cornhole player and quadruple amputee arrested on murder charges in Maryland

Dayton James Webber, 27, was taken into custody in Virginia after Bradrick Michael Wells, 27, was found shot in Charles County; Webber faces first and second degree murder charges and is awaiting extradition.

16 hours ago · United States · 9 articles
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8 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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COP28 establishes loss and damage fund and for the first time names fossil fuels in final text

At the UN climate summit in Dubai countries struck a deal to set up a loss and damage fund and inserted language about moving away from fossil fuels, while key financing and implementation details were left to future negotiations.

8 hours ago · United Arab Emirates · 3 articles
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Growing mistrust and disagreement over Trump declaring war with Iran

Allies, Gulf states and regional actors voiced alarm after President Trump threatened action over Iran and repeatedly changed deadlines on the Strait of Hormuz, stoking mistrust and fears of broader escalation.

10 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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FCC blocks future imports of foreign-made consumer routers

The Federal Communications Commission has added consumer-grade routers made outside the United States to its Covered List, preventing new foreign-made devices from receiving FCC radio authorization and import while allowing already authorized products to remain available.

20 hours ago · United States · 12 articles
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EU trade deal lets Australia use the name prosecco but phases out exports in 10 years

Australia and the European Union will sign a long-awaited trade deal that temporarily protects the use of the name prosecco, expands market access, includes labour mobility and a nonbinding security partnership, and sets restrictive quotas for tariff-free red meat.

18 hours ago · Australia · 10 articles
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Matt Brittin to become BBC director general

Former Google EMEA president Matt Brittin is set to take charge of the BBC and must tackle editorial repair, digital transformation and financial pressure under intense public and parliamentary scrutiny.

8 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles
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EU seals trade deal with Australia as Trump pulls back and Meloni loses referendum

The EU finalised a trade pact with Australia while President Trump eased opposition and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni was defeated in a referendum on judicial reform, with Europe Today providing on-the-ground reports and expert interviews.

12 hours ago · Italy · 5 articles
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Tech roundup: Apple to use Google for Siri, Australia proposes under-16 social media ban, UK opens probe into X

A quick summary of three major tech developments: Apple reportedly plans to integrate Google AI into Siri, Australian lawmakers propose an under-16 social media ban, and UK authorities are investigating Elon Musk's X for compliance with safety rules.

20 hours ago · World · 11 articles
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Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspensions to end of May

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific will keep routes to Dubai and Riyadh suspended until the end of May amid regional conflict, while boosting capacity to several European cities and offering flexible options to affected travellers.

11 hours ago · Hong Kong · 4 articles
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9 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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Explosion at Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas

A blast at Valero's Port Arthur refinery sent flames and thick black smoke into the sky, prompting an emergency response and a shelter-in-place while officials work to determine injuries.

17 hours ago · United States · 8 articles
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UK watchdog caps vets' prescription fees and orders price transparency

The Competition and Markets Authority ordered caps on prescription fees, mandatory price transparency and a comparison website after finding weak competition and steep price rises in the UK veterinary market.

11 hours ago · United Kingdom · 4 articles
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Zuckerberg builds an AI executive as Meta readies job cuts

According to multiple reports, Mark Zuckerberg is building a personal AI agent and pushing AI assistants across Meta as the company weighs cuts of up to 20 percent of its roughly 78,000 workforce while investing heavily in AI infrastructure.

11 hours ago · United States · 4 articles
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Ukraine spring push stalls as Russian forces consolidate gains

Frontline reporting says Ukraine’s spring counteroffensive has made limited and often unverifiable gains while Russian troops have consolidated advances from Sumy to Zaporizhzhia and pushed toward Slaviansk and Kramatorsk.

11 hours ago · Ukraine · 4 articles
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7 Foods a Nutritionist Recommends for Better Sleep

A clinical nutritionist says seven common, nutrient-rich foods can support sleep by supplying tryptophan, magnesium, vitamin D and B vitamins when eaten as part of a balanced diet.

20 hours ago · World · 9 articles
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Expert-Recommended Workouts to Protect Your Heart

A mix of aerobic and resistance exercise can lower blood pressure, raise good cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and experts recommend matching workouts to your health status and fitness level.

20 hours ago · United States · 9 articles
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EU special envoy for Cyprus Johannes Hahn resigns

Former European Commissioner Johannes Hahn has stepped down as the EU special envoy for Cyprus, the European Commission said, and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will decide on next steps.

10 hours ago · Cyprus · 3 articles
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YouTube removes account of man convicted of murdering Natalie McNally

YouTube has terminated Stephen McCullagh's channel after he used a pre-produced gaming stream as an alibi in the December 2022 murder of his pregnant partner in Lurgan; the platform cited creator responsibility rules.

10 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles
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Valerie Perrine, Oscar-nominated Cannes winner and 'Superman' actress, dies aged 82

The Texas-born actress, celebrated for her Cannes-winning turn in Lenny and for playing Eve Teschmacher in the Superman films, has died at 82 after a public battle with Parkinson's disease.

11 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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Trump urges Republicans to block DHS funding deals until SAVE Act passed

President Trump called on Republicans to withhold support for any DHS funding agreement with Democrats until the so-called SAVE Act is passed by Congress, CBS News reports.

19 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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Oura Ring tops CNET tests as best smart ring for sleep and stress tracking

CNET finds the Oura Ring the most reliable smart ring for sleep, stress and illness signals, while Ultrahuman and Evie each trade strengths for accuracy or actionable insights.

20 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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How to Cut Gym Costs Using Your Health Insurance in 2026

Review your insurance benefits, use FSA rules and insurer partnerships, and pursue reimbursements to reduce or eliminate gym membership costs.

20 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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DoorDash offers emergency gas relief as Iran conflict pushes US fuel prices higher

After strikes and Iran's partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz raised global oil prices, DoorDash will give U.S. drivers 10% cash back on gas with its Crimson Visa and weekly $5 to $15 fuel payments through April 26.

20 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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How close is the world to a third world war?

Interconnected fighting from Ukraine to the Gulf and shifts in US policy have raised fears of a global war, yet experts say a world war threshold has not yet been reached.

12 hours ago · United States · 3 articles
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Rosatom chief says EU policy errors created current energy crisis

Alexey Likhachev told RT that disruptions from the conflict in the Middle East have highlighted longterm mistakes in EU energy policy, including cuts to gas use and limits on nuclear power, and he urged a return to nuclear as part of the solution.

12 hours ago · World · 3 articles
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Trump approved Iran strike after Netanyahu urged killing of Khamenei

Less than 48 hours before a US-Israeli strike on Iran, Netanyahu urged Trump to seize an intelligence window to target Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and Trump approved the operation.

20 hours ago · United States · 7 articles
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Alibaba Cloud powers Chinese firms' global expansion with AI and cloud

Alibaba Cloud combines global infrastructure with its Qwen AI models to let Chinese companies deploy unified, compliant, AI-ready systems across markets while expanding its overseas footprint.

14 hours ago · China · 4 articles
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Apple could add ads to Maps to let businesses pay for top search spots

According to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing to introduce paid advertising in Apple Maps that would let businesses bid for higher search rankings, with an announcement possible this month and a rollout expected in summer.

20 hours ago · United States · 7 articles